
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Elgin Dundee Neighborhood of South Elgin, IL from $800 (17 Rentals)
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1465 Abbott Dr

1300 Getzelman Dr

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1320 Getzelman Dr, Unit 3

1350 Getzelman Dr
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1289 Abbott Dr

1143 Bayside Rd

200 S Lincoln

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1900 at Canterfield Apartment Homes

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150 S Lincoln Ave, Unit 103
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311 Barrington Ave Lofts

The Villages at Canterfield

525 Ryan Ln

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Reserve Randall Road

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833 Village Quarter Rd
Elgin Dundee, Elgin, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Elgin Dundee?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elgin Dundee Studio Apartments | $2,491 | $1,496 | $6,000 |
| Elgin Dundee 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,995 | $1,375 | $2,931 |
| Elgin Dundee 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,429 | $1,500 | $4,237 |
| Elgin Dundee 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,810 | $2,200 | $3,657 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 17 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Elgin Dundee Neighborhood of South Elgin, IL.
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Cheapest Available Elgin Dundee Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Elgin Dundee area of Chicago, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at 200 S Lincoln priced from $1,400. 311 Barrington Ave Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,550. Here are the most affordable Elgin Dundee apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 200 S Lincoln | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| 311 Barrington Ave Lofts | 1 Bed Room | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| Watermark at The Grove | 1.1CS | 1BR,1BA | $1,925 |
| Reserve Randall Road | Westchase | 1BR,1BA | $1,985 |
| 1900 at Canterfield Apartment Homes | B4- Upper | 2BR,2BA | $2,319 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elgin Dundee, IL
As of June 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Elgin Dundee area is the $1.96 price per square foot B4- Upper Model at 1900 at Canterfield Apartment Homes in the in the Sandy Creek Estates neighborhood starting from $2,319. The second greatest value Elgin Dundee apartment is the 1 Bed Room Model at 311 Barrington Ave Lofts starting at $1,550 with a $1.75 price per square foot in the Beacon Pointe neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Elgin Dundee apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1900 at Canterfield Apartment Homes | B4- Upper | 2BR,2BA | $1.96 |
| 311 Barrington Ave Lofts | 1 Bed Room | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| Reserve Randall Road | Westchase | 1BR,1BA | $2.53 |
| 150 S Lincoln Ave, Unit 103 | 150 S Lincoln Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 1320 Getzelman Dr, Unit 3 | 1320 Getzelman Dr | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Watermark at The Grove | 1.1C | 1BR,1BA | $2.89 |
| 200 S Lincoln | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.15 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Elgin Dundee Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Elgin Dundee Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Elgin Dundee Apartment is $1,400 at 200 S Lincoln.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Elgin Dundee Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Elgin Dundee is starting from $2,319 at 1900 at Canterfield Apartment Homes.
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